Fractions Basics

Fractions Basics

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Mathematics

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

Back

The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

Back

The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you multiply fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process for subtracting mixed fractions?

Back

Convert mixed fractions to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract the fractions, and convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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